Trail Running calendar near Mahoning County 2026-2027

Trail marathon and shorter races in Akron that move from downtown to Summit Metro Parks with towpath and rugged forest trails. Aid stations provide water and sports drink; medals and awards are given for all distances.

Experience the natural beauty of Findley State Park on a scenic trail course around the lake. Choose from various running and hiking distances to support local park conservation and enjoy handcrafted medals.

The Flock of Flamingos will take place in Parma on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run 5 miles.

Flat, paved 15K and 5K on the Ernst Trail near Meadville PA. Water on course, snacks at the finish, awards and parking available.

Trail races through Duff Park and Pleasant Valley Park in Murrysville, PA, featuring single track, water crossings, natural obstacles, and varied elevation. Two distance options are offered: 10K and 20K.

Experience a unique night run on a flat 5k trail course in Apollo. Carry a light to guide your way on this out and back route and enjoy shuttled transport from the designated parking area.

A second annual cross country event at Seven Hill Recreation Center on July 19, 2026, featuring a mixed-terrain 5K and a 1-Mile Family Walk with finisher medals and Home Days food offerings.

A four-week Wednesday evening cross-country series at Ward Athletic Complex in Columbiana with chip-timed 3K and 5K races, weekly registration of $10 or $40 for all four weeks, and awards across multiple age divisions.

Experience a scenic trail journey through Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Summit Metro Parks. Choose from 100 mile, 50 mile, marathon, or relay distances in this historic Northeast Ohio endurance event.

A weekend of trail and obstacle racing at Brady's Run Park on July 25-26 featuring a 5K trail, a four hour multi lap challenge, and a two mile obstacle course race. The OCR course sits in a central oval for repeated loops and spectator view..

An inaugural 4 mile event on July 31, 2026 at Iron Horse Trail in Alliance, Ohio, with in-person and virtual 4 mile options. Registration runs March 28 to July 24 with a $35 fee and includes a bib, shirt, and medal.

Trail runners and horseback riders share a mixed single track, gravel and meadow course in Burgettstown, PA, with distances from a fun 10k to 50 miles and equestrian entries following AERC rules.

Experience the ultimate test of versatility at North Park with road and trail races. Choose a single discipline or tackle the combined challenge across the scenic lakefront and wooded switchbacks of Pennsylvania.

A Last Runner Standing backyard ultra on a family farm in Glenmont, OH featuring trails under old growth timber and through prairie, free camping and parking, and a history of several prior editions.

A 5K Run and Walk held on airfield grounds in Malvern, Ohio, routed on hard packed dirt beside a grass private runway. Registration opens April 1 and the fee is $25.

A timed 5K on August 2, 2026, as part of the Moraine State Park Regatta with a mixed road and trail course along the Sunken Garden Trail and lake views. The event includes local vendors, water sports, nature activities, and age group awards..

Trail races of 5 and 10 miles take place on 8 August 2026 at Oak Hill Trail Head in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Registration opens in November 2025 and fees vary by distance.

A cross country 5K and a 0.5 mile kids fun run at South Range High School in Canfield Ohio with finisher medals, event shirts, and awards for top overall and age group finishers.

A community 5K and 1 mile walk in Meadville on 08/09/2026 to raise funds and awareness for recovery activities. Registration fees begin at $25 and free naloxone will be available.

A 203 mile out and back road race along Ohio Route 45 from Walnut Beach to Wellsville. Open road format with limited support, a six day cutoff, and a 100 mile option with a 72 hour cutoff.